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Durham, NC
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Population: 279,106
Home Price: $264,100
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Overview
Durham is a midsize city in the state of North Carolina with a population of 279,106. Durham has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
High Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
22.5 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Durham, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$39,496
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$66,623
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
8.9%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
34.6
43.3
42.3
Gender
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Male
47.1%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
52.9%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Durham
North Carolina
United States
White
47.0%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
37.2%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.4%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
5.3%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
4.0%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
6.2%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$264,100
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$1,011
$682
$801
Family Households
36.9%
36.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
36.2%
36.2%
26.2%
Homeowners
51.9%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
48.1%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Durham
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.8%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
16.2%
16.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
14.7%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
6.9%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
27.7%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
32.5%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
38.0%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Murder
13.2
7.8
3.0
Rape
43.2
49.1
38.0
Robbery
223.3
72.2
40.7
Assault
450.3
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Durham
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
703.6
751.0
336.1
Theft
2833.6
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
270.4
184.7
167.1
Arson
13.9
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Durham, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
food truck
hot dog
chef
beer
blue cheese
hot dogs
whole foods
vegan
ice cream
fine dining
red wine
pizza
low carb
sweet potato
cheese
chicken wings
cooking
welsh rugby
recipes
nutrition
duke basketball
nufc supporter
college basketball
basketball
video games
college football
sports analyst
sports coverage
chicago sports
olympic sports
teams
baseball
football
hockey
pop culture
hockey player
fantasy football
mens womens
physical therapist
rugby
inspired by
digital artist
digital art
beadwork artist
vfx artist
childrens books
art prints
creative
motion designer
design ux
hethey nsfw
creative arts
comics
graphic design
poetry fiction
poetry
nfts
visual
stylist creative
fashion
spending time
spare time
books
nerdy things
video games
comic books
fighting games
scifi nerd
comics
tv shows
professional retard
bikes
horror movies
cycling
fashion photography
photography
nerdy
computers
gardening
collector
sports
digital media
independent student newspaper
local news
sports coverage
government politics
public relations
tv
radio show
family friendly
pop culture
creative
digital marketing
producer
tv shows
arts
marketing
radio host
movie reviews
branding design
sports
family friendly
arts
space
youth ages
cycling
fine dining
winter
special events
photography
summer
gardening
rock climbing
rec
pool
swimming
driving range
nature
youth ambassadors
dining
visit our websi
black owned
food truck
coffee shop
local businesses
online ordering
whole foods
bike shop
etsy shop
pre order
farmers market
carts
leasing office
gas station
amazon
etsy
contactless pickup
collections
gift cards
pickup
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